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Stay Safe from Charity Scams Tips to Protect Your Donations

Saturday, January 18

Here’s how it works You may receive a call from an unfamiliar number, possibly displaying a company name on the caller ID. The caller claims to represent a charity, seeking urgent donations for a recent disaster or “worthy cause.” They will often use emotional appeals,...

Plumas National Forest Supervisor announcement the latest among several leadership changes

Friday, January 17

Plumas National Forest employees were informed this week that Rick Hopson will be the new Forest supervisor. This is the latest of several leadership changes on the Forestover the past three months.Hopson served as the acting forest supervisor on the Plumas for the past...

Enhancing State Route 36: Chester Causeway Revitalization Project Underway

Friday, January 17

Caltrans District 2 has begun tree work for the Chester Causeway Rehabilitation Project along State Route 36 in Lassen and Plumas Counties. The project is located at multiple locations from Melissa Avenue in Chester to just east...

Plumas County Residents Demand Action on Soaring Property Assessments

Friday, January 17

Increases in Plumas County property assessments continued to concern the Plumas County Board of Supervisors on January 14, as citizens raised complaints about significant increases. In 2024, property valuations rose by as much as 70% compared to the previous year, affecting approximately 22% of...

Modoc and Lassen National Forests are hosting a Community Meeting regarding Northwest Forest Plan

Friday, January 17

The Modoc and Lassen National Forests are hosting a community meeting to share information about proposed changes to the Northwest Forest Plan. The public is invited to join and learn more about the Draft Environmental Impact Statement.Community meeting on proposed changes to the Northwest...

Power Outage Alert for Repairs in Merrillville Rd Area on January 17th

Thursday, January 16

LMUD announced, In order for crews to complete necessary repairs, customers on Merrillville Rd, Eagle Lake, and Spaulding will be without power tomorrow, January 17th from approximately 11:00 a.m. to noon. LMUD Thanks you for your patience.

Enhancing Infrastructure Safety and Connectivity in Greenhorn Ranch

Thursday, January 16

Plumas-Sierra Rural Electric Cooperative and Plumas-Sierra Telecommunications will be conducting vegetation management practices in the Greenhorn Ranch area along its' utility rights-of-way next week. This includes tree trimming, pruning, topping, and removing vegetation that presents a risk to the power and telecommunications...

Operation Uncovers Drug Den and Firearm Violations in Alturas Bust

Thursday, January 16

On 1/13/2025 at approximately 0755 hours the Alturas Police Department conducted a search warrant, with the assistance of the California Highway Patrol and Modoc County Probation Department, at 913 North East St. Joshua Thompson and Jorge Romero were both arrested following the service of...

Monumental Tribute to Maidu Heritage Unveiled on Route 36 in Chester

Thursday, January 16

You may have noticed a new signs as you enter Chester pm State Route 36. Two 13-foot metal monuments, created by Caltrans in collaboration with the Maidu Summit Consortium, are part of a $250 million initiative to enhance local areas and recognize their cultural...

Geri Byrne, a Modoc County Supervisor, installed a new Rural County Representatives of California Chair

Thursday, January 16

Chris Lopez, Bob Nelson, Geri Byrne, and Miles Menetrey are key figures in the Rural County Representatives of California (RCRC), an organization representing 40 rural counties in California. RCRC, founded in 1972, advocates for rural county issues at both the state and federal levels,...